Brazil legend Pele led tributes to Maradona, writing on Twitter: "What sad news. "I keep all the beautiful moments lived with him and I send my condolences to all his family and friends. Barcelona was the first club outside of Argentina that Maradona played for. Luque, along with psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov, who treated Maradona, denied any wrongdoing. Simply, the best football player in the history of football. Maradona, who rose from the slums of Buenos Aires to lead Argentina's national soccer team to victory in the 1986 World Cup, died in November at the age … You were the greatest of them all. Argentine legend Diego Maradona died on Wednesday at the age of 60 at his home on the outskirts of Buenos Aires following a heart attack. At the end of October, while directing the Gymnasia team to play, Maradona felt unwell and had to leave the field from the first half. Luque, along with psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov, who treated Maradona, denied any wrongdoing. Fellow Argentine Leonel Messi posted on Instagram that it was a "sad day" for his country. Um mágico inigualável. Diego Maradona. If convicted, all of those accused will face up to 25 years in prison, according to ESPN. An unparalleled magician. One day, I hope we can play ball together in the sky. One day, I hope we can play ball together in the sky.". There is still much to be said, but for now, may God give strength to family members. Rest in peace, ace. Key Background: Maradona, widely considered one of the sport's all-time greatest players, died of heart failure at the age of 60 at a house near Buenos Aires on November 25. Maradona dies aged 60 - tributes and reaction, 'To be Maradona was incredibly beautiful, but also hard', Obituary - Argentina's flawed football icon, led tributes to Maradona, writing on Twitter: "What sad news. Among his four World Cup appearances, he … © 2020 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Maradona died last November at the age of 60. Football legend Diego Maradona, one of the greatest players of all time, has died at the age of 60. ", Former England striker and Match of the Day host. Brazilian soccer legend Pelé, who was named FIFA's player of the 20th century along with Maradona, mourned his death. Maradona memorably described the goal as "the hand of God.". Maradona's family has authorized an autopsy to determine the official cause and manner of death, according to a source close to the soccer star. Maradona died just weeks after undergoing brain surgery on a blood clot. In January 2000, Maradona suffered a bad heart attack, brought on by his obesity and his cocaine addiction. / CBS News. This happened two weeks after undergoing brain surgery, and Leopoldo Luque, the neurosurgeon who performed the operation on Maradona is among the seven individuals charged. Impossible to say which one was the best. Last November, the world of soccer lost a legend when Diego Maradona died at the age of 60. Argentine football legend Diego Armando Maradona has died at the age of 60, his lawyer announced Wednesday. The World Cup winner died at the age … Fuiste el más grande de todos. Maradona was discharged from hospital a fortnight ago following brain surgery. You will never be forgotten. [ MORE: Maradona’s legacy is immeasurable ] The former Argentina attacking midfielder and manager suffered a heart attack at his Buenos Aires home. Updated on: November 26, 2020 / 9:01 AM Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. "You took us to the highest peak in the world," he wrote. Leopoldo Luque, the neurosurgeon who … ", How beating England made Maradona an Argentine deity. For many his spontaneity and fallibility were part of the appeal. Maradona was captain when Argentina won the 1986 World Cup, scoring the famous 'Hand of God' goal against England in the quarter-finals. Diego Maradona, Argentinian footballing legend and one of the greatest ever to play the game, has died at the age of 60 (pictured lifting the World Cup in 1986) One day, I hope we can play ball together in the sky. Boca Juniors, where Maradona enjoyed two spells and finished his career, gave "eternal thanks" to their former player. ", Portuguese and Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo wrote:  "Today I say goodbye to a friend and the world says goodbye to an eternal genius. Parte demasiado cedo, mas deixa um legado sem limites e um vazio que jamais será preenchido. Maradona died at the age of 60 in November 2020 from heart failure. Matias Morla, Maradona's longtime agent, confirmed the news to Efe news agency. ", Argentina's governing soccer association expressed their condolences, saying Maradona will "always be in our hearts. Those around him denied rumors of a drug addiction, but in the same year he … One of the best of all time. Diego Maradona: Football icon dies at age 60 03:40 According to a report from the medical board appointed to investigate his demise, Maradona was in agony for 12 hours prior to his death. Argentina and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi paid tribute to Maradona, saying he was "eternal". Maradona had a larger-than-life public persona and a talent for stunning feats whenever he played the game. Showing his prodigious ability at an early age, Maradona led … Maradona died at the age of 60 in November 2020 from heart failure. Maradona's family has authorized an autopsy to determine the official cause and manner of death, according to a source close to the soccer star. An unparalleled magician. The … Luque and Cosachov have denied … Updated on: November 26, 2020 / 9:01 AM / CBS News. According to reports in local Argentine media, Maradona suffered a cardiac arrest. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. Argentine legend Diego Maradona died on Wednesday at the age of 60 at his home on the outskirts of Buenos Aires following a heart attack. He also won three titles with Spain's Barcelona and one with Argentina's Boca Juniors. He had successful surgery on a brain blood clot earlier in November and was to be treated for alcohol dependency. We will miss you for our entire lives.". Former Argentina football great Diego Maradona died at age 60 on Wednesday. His admirers thrived on the way he would fall down only to get back up again. He was hospitalized in early November, a few days after his birthday party, tired and mentally poor. You will never be forgotten.". He had undergone a brain surgery earlier this month. He leaves too soon, but leaves a legacy without limits and a void that will never be filled. We're going to miss you all our lives.". ", Juventus and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo said: "Today I bid farewell to a friend and the world bids farewell to an eternal genius. Maradona, who is widely considered to be one of the best soccer players of all time, led Argentina to four World Cups, winning one in 1986 and losing in the final in 1990. If convicted, all of those accused will face up to 25 years in prison, according to ESPN. Thanks for existing, Diego. RIP my dear friend. It humanised a figure whose epic life was as mazy as one of his left-footed dribbles. ", Hoje despeço-me de um amigo e o Mundo despede-se de um génio eterno. So many enjoyable moments together. ", In a statement on social media, the Argentine Football Association expressed "its deepest sorrow for the death of our legend", adding: "You will always be in our hearts.". So many enjoyable moments together. He played for the club between 1984 and 1991, making 188 appearances. Living the aftermath was not easy. Maradona died at the age of 60 on November 25, 2020, from heart failure, two weeks after undergoing brain surgery. Rest in peace, ace. Having briefly managed two sides in Argentina during his playing career, Maradona was appointed head coach of the national team in 2008 and left after the 2010 World Cup, where his side were beaten by Germany in the quarter-finals. Football Daily podcast: Remembering Diego Maradona. Maradona died last November at the age of 60. Copyright © 2021 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Maradona married long-time fiancée Claudia Villafañe on 7 November 1989 in Buenos Aires, and they had two daughters, Dalma Nerea (born 2 April 1987) and Giannina Dinorah (born 16 May 1989), by whom he became a grandfather in 2009 after she married Sergio Aguero (now divorced). He also coached the national team during the 2010 tournament. But it was in football that he seemed to find his peace. Soccer legend Diego Maradona has died at the age of 60, Argentina's presidential office announced Wednesday. Last November, the world of soccer lost a legend when Diego Maradona died at the age of 60. Key points: Diego Armando Maradona, 60, died of … "Either way, I lose. Um dos melhores de todos os tempos. pic.twitter.com/pAf38sRlGC, While wearing the Argentina jersey, Maradona engineered one of the most iconic moments in the sport's history. "What sad news," he wrote on Twitter. Maradona died in November at the age of 60 because of a buildup of fluid in his lungs brought on by heart failure. If found guilty, those accused could face between eight to 25 years in prison. Simply, the best football player in the history of football. The new focus of the investigation is based on findings by a board of experts into Maradona’s death from a heart attack last year at the age of 60, a source from the San Isidro Attorney General’s Office, which is leading the investigation, said Wednesday. Argentina's President Alberto Fernandez tweeted a photo showing him hugging the former superstar. "I lost a great friend and the world lost a legend. /VCG. Scoring those goals, against that opponent, turned Maradona almost into a deity in the eyes of some of his compatriots - with disastrous consequences. Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. Born to a Roman Catholic family, his parents were Diego Maradona Senior and Dalma Salvadora Franco. The office declared there will be three days of national mourning following the Argentine's death. He scored 22 goals in 36 appearances between 1982 and 1984. But they underlined that Maradona, who was aged 60 at the time of his death, suffered prolonged agony. 'He just shrugged you off like a rag doll' - what was it like to face Maradona? He was 60. Soccer legend Diego Maradona has died at the age of 60, CBS Sports soccer insider Fabrizio Romano has confirmed. He started his career with Argentinos Juniors, also playing for Sevilla, and Boca Juniors and Newell's Old Boys in his homeland. Argentina legend Diego Maradona has died at the age of 60, the AFA has confirmed. He retired from competitive football at the age of 37 in 1997. 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Christopher Brito is a social media producer and trending writer for CBS News, focusing on sports and stories that involve issues of race and culture. During the second half of his career, Maradona struggled with cocaine addiction and was banned for 15 months after testing positive for the drug in 1991. Argentine soccer star Diego Maradona, one of the game's most brilliant and controversial players, has died at age 60. One of the best of all time. Maradona died at the age of 60 on Nov. 25, 2020, from heart failure, two weeks after undergoing brain surgery. Matias Morla, Maradona's longtime agent, confirmed the news to Efe news agency. Nos hiciste inmensamente felices. He leaves too soon, but leaves a legacy without limits and a void that will never be filled. There is still much to be said, but for now, may God give strength to family members. His rise and downfall in the sport was the subject of an HBO documentary that was released last year. "He leaves us but does not leave, because Diego is eternal. He was an everyman Argentine, who lived out a national fantasy with the way he scored his two goals in that 1986 quarter-final win over England. (This account of a single game he played in Toronto near the end of his career is well worth reading.) Soccer legend Diego Maradona has died at the age of 60, Argentina's presidential office … This time high blood pressure, breathlessness and a lung infection were the cause. Te vamos a extrañar toda la vida. Another of Maradona's former clubs, Napoli, paid tribute. Football legend Diego Maradona, one of the greatest players of all time, has died at the age of 60. Seven medical professionals face an investigation into "simple homicide with eventual intent" following the death of Diego Maradona. Seven people who were on Diego Maradona’s medical team have been arrested and charged with homicide in connection to his death, ESPN reports.. I lost a great friend and the world lost a legend. Legendary Maradona passed away at the age of 60 from a heart attack. Read about our approach to external linking. He had undergone a brain surgery three weeks ago … (File Photo: IANS) Argentine football legend Diego Maradona has died at the age of 60. (This account of a single game he played in Toronto near the end of his career is well worth reading.) I lost a great friend and the world lost a legend. He subsequently managed teams in the United Arab Emirates and Mexico and was in charge of Gimnasia y Esgrima in Argentina's top flight at the time of his death. Maradona played for Barcelona and Napoli during his club career, winning two Serie A titles with the Italian side. Former England striker and Match of the Day host Gary Lineker, who was part of the England team beaten by Argentina at the 1986 World Cup, said Maradona was "by some distance, the best player of my generation and arguably the greatest of all time". South American football writer Tim Vickery. "Thank you for having existed, Diego. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. Argentina soccer legend Diego Maradona died Wednesday after battling health issues the past few weeks. One of the best ever. "He leaves us, but he doesn't leave, because Diego is eternal. ", First published on November 25, 2020 / 12:14 PM. He recently battled health issues and underwent emergency surgery for a subdural hematoma several weeks ago. The soccer world was stunned and heartbroken over the news of his death. Maradona put Italian club Napoli on the map and won five titles with them, including two Serie A trophies. Palestinians in Gaza take stock of destruction after cease-fire, Migrant kids languishing at Army base for "alarming" periods of time, Disturbing video shows fatal police restraint in Tennessee jail, Biden says there is "no shift" in commitment to Israel's security, One mom frets as extra jobless aid ends. "You made us incredibly happy. who was part of the England team beaten by Argentina at the 1986 World Cup, said Maradona was "by some distance, the best player of my generation and arguably the greatest of all time". He scored 34 goals in 91 appearances for Argentina, representing them in four World Cups. Diego Maradona, Argentinian footballing legend and one of the greatest ever to play the game, has died at the age of 60 (pictured lifting the World Cup in 1986) Earlier this month, Maradona underwent surgery to remove a blood clot on his brain, and then was discharged to a rehabilitation clinic to receive treatment for alcohol addiction.. The … RIP my dear friend. Diego Maradona, one of the greatest players in the history of the game, has died in his homeland of Argentina. Maradona, who just turned 60, had only recently left hospital after having successful surgery on his brain to remove a blood clot as he fell ill in October. Declaring three days of national mourning, Alberto Fernandez, the president of Argentina, said: "You took us to the top of the world. He leaves too soon, but leaves a legacy without limits and a void that will never be filled. Soccer legend Diego Maradona has died at the age of 60, CBS Sports soccer insider Fabrizio Romano has confirmed. An unparalleled magician. In a 70-page document, the panel stated that Maradona, who succumbed to a heart attack on November 25 at the age of 60, "started to die at least 12 hours before" the moment he was found dead in his bed. This happened two weeks after undergoing brain surgery, and Leopoldo Luque, the neurosurgeon who performed the operation on Maradona is among the seven individuals charged. On 25th November 2020, Diego Maradona died of heart attack at the age of 25 Nov, 2020. You were the biggest among everyone. Argentine legend Diego Maradona died on Wednesday at the age of 60 at his home on the outskirts of Buenos Aires following a heart attack. You made us immensely happy. According to those in his circle, Maradona suffered a heart attack at … The former Argentina attacking midfielder and manager suffered a … Maradona died at the age of 60 on Nov. 25, 2020, from heart failure, two weeks after undergoing brain surgery. In 1994 at the World Cup in the US, Maradona was suspended due to doping after the second group-stage game. "A very sad day for all Argentines and football," said Messi. England captain Harry Kane and forward Marcus Rashford also paid tribute. Matias Morla, Maradona's longtime agent, confirmed the news to Efe news agency. Argentina football legend Maradona dies age 60. Descansa em paz, craque. Maradona had a larger-than-life public persona and a talent for stunning feats whenever he played the game. Maradona died in his home after suffering a heart attack, his lawyer said, according to Reuters. Showing his prodigious ability at an early age, Maradona led … World Cup-winner Diego Maradona has died at the age of 60, his longtime lawyer and agent Matias Morla confirmed. During the '86 championship run in Mexico City, he scored a goal in a quarterfinals match against England by lightly using his fist, out of the referees' view. Without the discipline of football, the second half of his life was a chaotic affair. Ex-Tottenham and Argentina midfielder Ossie Ardiles said: "Thank dear Dieguito for your friendship, for your football, sublime, without comparison. Football fans around the world are mourning Argentina football legend Diego Maradona, who has died of a heart attack at age 60. The … Gracias por haber existido, Diego. As a fan he would turn up at the stadium of his beloved Boca Juniors, take off his shirt, swirl it around his head and lead the chanting. There is still much to be said, but for now, may God give strength to family members.

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